Christmas in the United Kingdom
•In the UK, families often celebrate Christmas together, so they can watch each other open their presents. Most families have a Christmas Tree in their house for Christmas.
The decorating of the tree is usually
a family occasion, with everyone helping.
Christmas Trees were first popularised
the UK by Prince Albert, the husband of
Queen Victoria. Prince Albert was German,
and thought that it would be good to use
one of his ways of celebrating Christmas
in England.
•Holly, Ivy and Mistletoe are also sometimes
used to decorate homes or other buildings.
•Throughout the holidays, carolers go
from house to house at twilight ringing
handbells and singing Christmas songs. "The Holly and the Ivy" and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" are English favorites. People give the carolers treats, such as little pies filled with nuts and dried fruits.
"The Holly and the Ivy" "Hark! The Herald Angels sing"